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45.12. There are clear emergency evacuation procedures and regular fire and evacuation drills, and specific provision is made for vulnerable groups, such as children, pregnant women, people with disabilities, and the elderly.

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45.13. All detainee accommodation is unlockable from the inside.

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45.14. In the event of an emergency, families and other nominated next of kin are notified as soon as possible and recognised to be a potential resource in defusing tense situations.

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45.15. Staff are fully trained in all aspects of emergency preparedness.

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45.16. There is a system of evaluation and review following an emergency or crisis of any kind.

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45.05. There is scope to bring in additional support, including emergency services personel, independent negotiators/interlocutors, and medical personnel.

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45.06. Where a situation may require use of force, the place of detention prioritises efforts to defuse the situation with non-violent conflict management strategies.

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45.07. The place of detention has appropriate equipment, such as alarm systems, loudspeakers and fire extinguishers, that is regularly tested, in good working order and staff are trained to use it.

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45.08. There are alternative communication systems in the event that regular communication systems cannot be used (e.g. power outages).

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45.09. There are clear procedures for activating and deactivating an emergency response and lines of accountability and command are clear.

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